Rural Health State Health and Human Services Senior Consultant

What You Will Do

• Assist state agencies, including Medicaid, Public Health, and the Governor’s Office in the statewide management and/or implementation of the Rural Health Transformation Program
• Assist clients in assessing business and technical requirements related to the implementation of program initiatives
• Research and stay abreast of all states’ rural health transformation efforts
• Review federal guidance, terms and conditions, and related grants requirements and translate them into actionable implementation direction for states
• Support internal knowledge-sharing by curating resources, updating playbooks/templates, and contributing to lessons learned
• Perform data and qualitative research activities to address state program needs
• Assist with monitoring and reporting activities to support both state and federal reporting requirements
• Develop communication materials to share information about the states’ rural health transformation efforts
• Document and communicate findings and support development of recommendations and follow-up steps to respond to findings
• Identify and collaborate with a broad range of healthcare stakeholders
• Participate in analysis of client-identified issues or problems
• Manage timelines, budgets, and staffing for projects and engagements of various sizes and durations
• Effectively manage client interaction and manage client expectations
• Provide subject matter expertise, as requested and appropriate
• Help develop business with new clients, as requested
• Supervise and support the development of Guidehouse staff
• Participate in non-client related firm-building activities

Job Family: Strategy & Transformation Consulting

Travel Required: Up to 50%

Clearance Required: None

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Minimum of 3+ years of previous work experience
• Must have experience in the Healthcare Industry
• Strong attention to detail and deliverable preparation
• Strong interest in state health agencies and healthcare reform, e.g., Medicaid, public health, health insurance, and health reform organizations (legislative, executive, governor’s office)
• Ability to travel to meet client needs as required

• Superior written and oral communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (healthcare, business or data analytics/computer science) OR a Master’s degree in health policy and administration, public policy, public health, social service administration OR equivalent
• A strategic problem solver
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage task execution and manage discreet task / project / initiative functions.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access as well as the ability to conduct research through use of the internet and other information sources
• The ability to work overtime as necessary
• Assure high-quality client work product

The annual salary range for this position is $-$. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan Pay Down
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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